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Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Brown the ground beef with the diced onion over medium-high heat until the beef is cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Remove from the heat and let the beef cool for 10 minutes.
Mix together all of the burger sauce ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
Unroll the crescent dough and firmly pinch all the seams together to create one rectangle.
Spread a thin layer of burger sauce over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border along one long edge.
Sprinkle on about 1 to 1½ cups of the beef mixture, then evenly distribute the torn American cheese.
Starting from the long side, roll the dough into a tight log.
Chill the log in the freezer for 10 minutes to make slicing easier.
Slice into 8 equal pinwheels and place them cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden brown.
Let cool for 5 minutes, then drizzle with the remaining burger sauce and top with finely diced pickles.
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Don't use all of the beef. Too much filling will make the rolls burst open. Save the extra for tacos or a quick lunch.
Chilling the roll before slicing is the key to clean, round pinwheels.
Use freshly shredded American or deli American if you have it—it melts more smoothly than individually wrapped slices.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, you can use any cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or mozzarella.
How can I prevent the pinwheels from bursting open?
Avoid overfilling the dough and ensure it is rolled tightly. Chilling the roll before slicing also helps.
Can I make these pinwheels ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the pinwheels up to the point of baking and refrigerate them. Bake them just before serving.
What can I do with leftover beef mixture?
Use the leftover beef mixture for tacos or as a topping for nachos.
Can I freeze the pinwheels?
Yes, you can freeze the baked pinwheels. Reheat them in the oven before serving.
